16 Aug 1935
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1935
Page
1
An official at the Geneva Labor Convention discussed reducing hours and its social effects. The argument links shorter workweeks to inflation, prosperity, and unemployment, noting that some nations seek to avoid crisis while others fear too little work. The discussion reflects socialist influence and concerns about global impact on industry.
A chaotic record of a council meeting amid delays on the Redhill to Port Augusta railway project. Residents and officials debate funding, cabinet actions, and timelines as construction hangs in balance.
A chaotic passage outlines selection for Raw South Wales governor with staff, ministers, and officials debating elevate to viceroy status. Mentions Australia’s government, committee actions, and possible appointments, with references to Sir Session and deputy prime minister figures amid unclear, fragmented notes.
A distressing court report outlines the murder charge against the victim's stepson, identified as Piitrstay Wares Wermuld South. Witnesses recount alleged abuse and the accuser Mary Mills states harming a child was feared. The proceedings include testimony about the suspect’s intent and a request for protective measures.
A Brisbane report notes government party consideration of whether married women with employed husbands should join industry work. Trade unionists urged the Arbitration Act be amended to bar such restrictions. The government secretary welcomed signals of imminent action.
Melbourne reports the appointment of Sir Alexander Hore-Ruthven as Governor General designates. Prime Minister Lyons declined to confirm or deny the circulating press report, saying no statement would be made until a final decision is reached.
Unofficial confirmation from Sydney states the King has approved the Commonwealth Government recommendation that Sir Alexander Hore-Ruthven become Governor General succeeding Sir Isaac Isaacs. The exact appointment date remains uncertain.
A. Lyons outlines empire affairs and Commonwealth policy in a misty report from Melbourne. He discusses sales tax continuance, federation timing, and potential commissions linking Britain and Australia. Mentions Canberra and Sydney officials, and visits by Sir Geoffrey Myles and others to discuss communications between governments.
A 20th birthday celebration for Mr P Fawcett was hosted at Wederstay Hall with Mr Hall Hywk leading congratulations. Guests included Mrs Caller, Mrs W Taylor, and many attendees such as Messrs Fawcett, Galle, Branford, Taylor, and dozens more from the local community.
An elderly man, Edward Wolleetson of Cornallon Pouiseray, was struck by a vehicle while wandering a wrong road near Kingwwer. He slept in a novuk during the journey and the incident prompted updates from local authorities including Mr. Hayne and the Returned Soldiers and Imperial Tenarne sub-branch about the incident and memorial remarks for Mr. Edwards.
PIRIE sub branch of the Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League asked the town council to act on a suggestion to beautify Memorial Park. Members described the park as untidy and an eyesore in the town center, noting veterans had shown interest and that the council might consider making the park tidier and safer.
A garbled notice warns that participation in a dance event could breach the Lottery or Gaming Act. Organisers and participants face potential prosecution for breaches, with the advisory stressing compliance requirements and legal consequences.
A jumbled report of social events and arrivals includes Mrs hotins at fey ate in Sulu and a hospital release for Pitle Meespital. It notes gatherings at Royal Exchange Hotel, a New Year toast in Wales, and various attendees like Mestainee King, Miehell B, and JG Hamilton.
Secretaries and officials urged thousands of UC Workers Wirestemen to back the stoppage. They referenced the Sydney Transport Workers Council and New South Wales unions while pressing for intensified talks and wider support amid mounting labor tensions.
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